Do you remember what it was like to lose your first tooth as a kid? Did you know it was coming? Did you spend days wiggling and jiggling it? Did you tie a string around it and pull it? Or maybe it came out as you bit into a slice of pizza? And what about … Continued
Lock-In Healthy Teeth for National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month February is National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month. We can get behind that any day and every day! The theme designated by the American Dental Association (ADA) this year is Sealants Make Sense. Irene Hilton, D.D.S., chair of the ADA Council on Advocacy for Access … Continued
Dr. Nina and Dr. Saba Visit with Kids at St. Andrew’s School in Romeoville Earlier in February, in honor of National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Nina Arora and Dr. Saba Sheikh took the show on the road. The dentists made virtual visits to kids in 3rd-, 4th-, and 5th-grade classes at St. Andrew’s … Continued
February Activities Get Everyone Talking There’s a lot to look forward to in February! Who will be your Valentine? Will the Groundhog see his shadow? The shortest month is full of fun holidays. Our favorite by far is the last of the month: National Tooth Fairy Day on February 28! It’s also a month … Continued
Whether the kids in your life are heading back to school in person or virtually, the season means more structure, less free time, and probably some stress, even in a normal year. Maintaining or starting a back to school dental routine can give you back to school smiles with peace of mind and least one … Continued
With the sun shining and the sprinklers flowing, summer can be a time to feel footloose and fancy-free. But that doesn’t mean we should take our eye off the ball when it comes to safety. In fact, some of the things we love the most in the summertime can be downright dangerous when we’re not … Continued
It’s that time of year again! Pencils are sharpened, backpacks are packed, and children across the country are struggling to get back into their school year routine. You’ve checked everything off the school supplies checklist, but what about the dental checklist? Here are a few tips to make sure your child’s smile is back-to-school brilliant … Continued
